Access NFTS | Inspire | Isle of Wight
Schedule
Wed Mar 11 2026 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Isle of Wight College | Newport, EN
About this Event
Whether you are already interested in film, TV and games, or you haven’t yet discovered the world of opportunities behind the camera — we want to work with you! The Access NFTS: Inspire events are designed to offer a deeper insight and provide skills, knowledge and inspiration for a career within the film, TV and games industry.
Venue | Isle of Wight College
Experience: Entry Level - Intermediate | Duration: 5.5 hours | Capacity: 80 per screening | 20 per workshop Cost: FREE
During the screenings. attendees will hear from NFTS students/graduates within a specific career area or role.
Through watching their work and hearing about their journey to where they are now, attendees will not only leave with knowledge and information, useful tips and advice from someone currently working in the industry, but hopefully also feel inspired to pursue a career in this industry themsleves.
After the screenings, workshops are also available. These hands on sessions are designed and delivered by the NFTS students/graduates and will help attendees understand some of the skills and qualities needed for the highlighted career area. All materials will be provided.
When booking tickets you can only book for 1 workshop as they will run simultaneously
Travel bursaries or assistance may be available if finance/travel creates a barrier for attendance, please contact us to discuss further.
If you have any queries or would like to talk with our Outreach team, please email [email protected]
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Arrivals and Refreshments | Isle of Wight College
Info: Please arrive ready for a prompt 10am Start. Refreshments will be available for you to have before the event begins. On arrival please go the reception desk to check in. Please have your ticket ready to be scanned.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Welcome
Info: A brief introduction to the NFTS and an overview of the day
🕑: 10:10 AM - 11:00 AM
Screening 1 | Bubble Boy| Umberto Gaudino | Composer
Info: Synopsis | A non-verbal autistic boy with a deep desire to communicate, creates a world through drawing. Followed by a presentation and Q&A
🕑: 11:10 AM - 12:00 PM
Screening 2 | Kavi | Jason Hogan | Director
Info: Synopsis | The story follows Kay, a lonely immigrant fast food delivery rider who attempts to find solace and do good in a city that seems determined to bring out the worst in him, all while striving to earn enough money to bring his mother from his home country to London. Followed by a presentation and Q&A
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Panel Q&A
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Break
Info: This will end the Screenings section of the day. If you book a ticket for one of the afternoon workshop sessions you will need to meet at the relevant venue. . Details will be sent with final confirmation of the event.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
The Workshops - You can book onto ONE only of the list below
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
MARKETING | WELCOME TO CAMPAIGN HQ | Led by Katrese Manning |
Info: In this interactive workshop, participants act as a marketing team for a film, TV show, or game. They will create a project, identify and target the right audience, and develop a social media campaign with teaser posts and hashtags. The workshop covers modern marketing strategies in the creative industry, including the role of social platforms and memes. By the end, attendees will have created a mini marketing campaign, blending audience insights with digital creativity
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
COMPOSING | BEHIND THE SOUNDTRACK | Led by Umberto Gaudino
Info: This workshop explores how composers shape scenes through music. It covers the transformation of simple musical ideas into full scenes and emphasizes an emotional approach to music. Participants will see firsthand how different musical styles can alter the meaning of a short clip, with no musical training necessary.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
ANIMATION | CREATING THE CHARACTER | Led by Fred Stanton
Info: In this animation workshop, you'll explore a variety of techniques for developing characters and stories, enabling you to express your own unique creative vision more effectively.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
DIRECTING | TBC | Led by Jason Hogan
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Before the Credits Roll
Info: NFTS Staff and workshop Leaders will be around during this time if you wanted to speak to any us about anything you haven't managed to find out during the event.
Where is it happening?
Isle of Wight College, Medina Way, Newport, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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